Description
Cucumber Caprese Salad is a refreshing, vibrant mix of cucumbers, tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil tossed in balsamic vinaigrette—perfect for summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls, drained
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 1/3 cup fresh chopped basil
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then again, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine chopped cucumber, mozzarella pearls, and grape tomatoes.
- Add chopped basil and pour in balsamic vinaigrette. Stir gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to enjoy.
Notes
Use English cucumbers for better texture. Add dressing just before serving to maintain crispness. Marinate for 10 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: caprese, cucumber, mozzarella, tomato, salad, summer